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Hi! I am currently a nurse at an adult day health center in Marion, IA. I also have pediatric nursing experience at the University of Iowa Children's Hospital. I have a love for caring for children as well as seniors! Prior to becoming a nurse & was a CNA for 6 years and I have a lot of experience with dementia care...
Amber can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning, respite care, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
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One of the best jobs I ever had was working as an Activities Assistant for a retirement community. I loved spending time with everyone there, learning about their lives, and providing support in ways that were needed and requested.
Since then, I have worked as a Care. com Caregiver, providing cleaning support for families and...
Samantha can also help with: Companionship
Hi I'm Emily! I am currently not taking clients. Will update when I have any openings. Thanks for reading! :)
Emily can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
Hi, I'm Marissa. I am a compassionate, loving, go with the flow type of person. I enjoy bringing my positive attitude, and warm personality to all those I encounter. I strive to provide comfort and safety to those I work with, as well as conversation and inspiration in times of need. Companionship is something we all need in...
Marissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, live-in home care, errands, dementia & more
Hello! I have about 3 years worth of CNA experience, mainly in geriatrics. My time working with this patient population has been enjoying and has helped influence me to go into nursing. I'm currently a Kirkwood Nursing student, about half way through the RN program. I have assisted in caring for patients with end stage Dementia,...
Ellyn can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Mayada S.
Iowa City, IA
< $10/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi my name is Mayada. I have worked as a caregiver for 6 years. I have received a CNA certificate and I am trained in CPR. I am currently working as a CNA at Briarwood health care Center. I have been working there for a year. I am pet friendly and I like caring for others.
Elizabeth B.
Iowa City, IA
$11-16/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi - I'm currently a senior at the University of Iowa studying therapeutic recreation . I am offering special needs services and senior care, and household services.
I have been a caregiver for 5+ years for elderly and people with disabilities. I am open to helping out with household errands and can cook, clean. I have...
Elizabeth can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep
Growing up, I helped care for two of my ailing grandparents for many years. My mother has also worked in a nursing home for over 20 years, where I volunteered throughout my childhood and teenage years. I believe in providing loving, responsible, respectful and quality care for all senior citizens.
Melissa can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care
I have been caring for the elder community since 1990. I am honest, reliable and a fun person. I like gardening, crafts, coloring and reading.
Teresa can also help with: Transportation, home modification, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
Lily W.
Mount Vernon, IA
$17-30/hr
My grandmother had a stroke last year and i've learned how to take care of her. I'm with her everyday and I run her errands, watch and keep her entertained, pick up meals for her and give her medication. I love helping people out. I'm currently fully available!
Lily can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning
I love helping and making difference in someone is life, I treat everyone based on how I would love to be treated. I have worked as Caregiver for 5 years I loved everything about my job makes me happy when I make different in people life. I also worked in housekeeping filed for 8 years and I enjoy cleaning and orginzing...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning
Desteny W.
Tiffin, IA
$19/hr • 1 yrs exp
I previously worked at a nursing home for about a year. I would give them a bath and tidying up their room. During this job, I worked similarly to a CNA when caring for the residents. I made sure they were comfortable and had everything they needed/wanted, along with keeping them safe.
Desteny can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Iowa City, IA
What caregiver services can I find near me in Iowa City, IA?
Most private senior caregiver services in Iowa City, IA will offer companionship, safety supervision, and assistance with daily activities in the comfort of the person's home. Caregivers can help seniors to move safely around their home, provide social and emotional support, assist with different degrees of personal care (bathing, dressing, or feeding), and help with meal preparations or light housekeeping. They can also help your loved one with medication reminders, and some can even drive them to any errand or doctor appointments around Iowa City.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Iowa City, IA in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Iowa City, IA on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $21.00 per hour. This cost may fluctuate depending on the type of assistance needed by your senior loved one and the caregiver's experience and certifications.
How do I find private caregivers near me in Iowa City, IA?
There are currently 7 caregivers in Iowa City, IA on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Iowa City, IA or zip code, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options. From there, compare candidates by reading about their experience working with seniors, the type of caregiving services they provide, and their hourly rate. Be sure to run background checks and check references from other families in Iowa City before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Iowa City, IA background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Iowa City, IA on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Senior caregivers who complete this background check will have a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run. While CareCheck is a good start, we strongly recommend that you follow some additional steps for hiring a caregiver for seniors safely, which include interviewing candidates, checking references, and running your own background check. Visit our Safety Center to learn more.